Practical legal writing on 498A, matrimonial disputes, criminal allegations, maintenance, custody and Indian court procedure.
How could a husband be kept in a mental health facility for 42 days during a divorce dispute without the certification required by law? The Uttarakhand High Court examined the records and ordered his immediate release.
Delhi High Court quashed an FIR against 19-year-old Harsheeta Thakur, saying the dowry law must not be misused against innocent relatives. The judgment stressed that protecting women cannot become a reason to harass minors or distant family members. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has stepped in to protect 19-year-old Harsheeta Thakur, saying she was…
Calcutta High Court issues new, detailed rules for child custody and parenting, ensuring equal rights and welfare for children of separated parents. The landmark decision focuses on “what truly matters — the child’s best interest.” WEST BENGAL: In a historic decision for children’s rights (Child Custody), the Calcutta High Court has introduced a complete set…
Former Ex-CJI UU Lalit raised strong concerns over the new criminal laws, saying India “lost an ideal opportunity” to protect adult male victims of sexual assault. He warned that after scrapping Section 377, “there is no window” for such victims to seek justice. NEW DELHI: Former Chief Justice of India, Ex-CJI UU Lalit, recently spoke…
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against in-laws wrongly implicated under Sections 498A, 377, and 506 IPC. The Court held that sweeping, vague allegations without specific details cannot form the basis of prosecution. This judgment sends a clear message—criminal law cannot be a tool for settling personal scores or harassing entire […]
The Delhi High Court upheld a decree of divorce in favour of the husband, reiterating that prolonged denial of marital relations, repeated false criminal complaints, parental alienation, and sustained neglect of marital duties amount to mental cruelty under Section 13(1)(ia) of the Hindu Marriage Act. Brief Facts of the Case Marriage solemnised in 1990; a […]
The Bombay High Court (Nagpur Bench) has ruled that a widowed sister-in-law cannot claim residence rights in a portion of property that has been validly bequeathed through a Will. While upholding her limited right to reside in the “shared household,” the Court carefully modified the order to ensure the applicant brother’s property rights are respected. […]
The Court granted bail to the accused, Guneet Singh, in a case filed under Section 69 BNS, where allegations of a sexual relationship on the false promise of marriage were made. The Court emphasized that long-term consensual relationships cannot automatically be equated with exploitation or deceit. Brief Facts of the Case The complainant alleged that […]
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court ruled that custody of children cannot be shifted merely on the basis of a parent’s financial status, past contempt, or temporary inclinations of minors. The paramount factor must always be the welfare and stability of the children. Brief Facts of the Case The appellant (mother) and respondent […]
The Delhi High Court dismissed cross-revision petitions filed by both husband and wife. The wife had sought an enhancement of interim maintenance, while the husband had sought a reduction. The Court upheld the Family Court’s order directing the husband to pay ₹25,000 per month as interim maintenance to his wife and minor child, holding that […]
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